Gladiator II (15): aka Strength And Honour – The Next Generation.
One Mann's Movies Film Review of "Gladiator II". A rip-roaring sequel from Ridley Scott that delivers thanks to a stunning Denzel Washington. 4/5.
King Frankie (15): “Dare Thy Fateful Terror’s Grasp”.
One Mann's Movies Film Review of "King Frankie". A well acted but a tad predictable Irish drama. 3/5.
Swing Bout (’15’): A Boxing Movie For People Who Hate Boxing Movies.
One Mann's Movies Film Review of "Swing Bout". A really brilliantly taut little Irish thriller set in an offshoot to the world of boxing. 5/5.
Ransom ’79 (’12’): Two Extraordinary Stories, Past and Present, Intertwine.
One Mann's Movies Film Review of "Ransom '79". An engrossing documentary about a fiendish plot to bring down the Irish economy. 4/5.
EAT / SLEEP / CHEER / REPEAT (12A): Good Craic On The Cheerleading Path To The Championships.
One Mann's Movies Film Review of "Eat/Sleep/Cheer/Repeat". An uplifting documentary following the Irish Cheerleading team. 3.5/5.
Elton John: Never Too Late (’12A’): Sanitised, But Ultimately Moving Documentary.
One Mann's Movies Film Review of "Elton John: Never Too Late". A surprisingly well-made and vibrant documentary of the great man. 4/5.
Joy (12A): Unbridled Joy From the Development of IVF Treatment.
One Mann's Movies Film Review of "Joy". A solid British film documenting the emotional creation of IVF treatment. 3.5/5.
Paddington in Peru (PG): Ursine Heroics That Bearly Reaches The Bar.
One Mann's Movies Film Review of "Paddington in Peru". It's 'mostly harmless', but a disappointment after the 1st two classics.. 3/5.
Small Things Like These (12): A Christmas Film With A Real Heart.
One Mann's Movies Film Review of "Small Things Like These". A struggle of concience for Cillian Murphy's 1980's coal merchant. Superb. 4/5.
The Irish Film Festival – London Showcases The Best Of Irish Cinema.
This Wednesday (13th November 2024) sees the start of “The Irish Film Festival” in London. This runs through until next Sunday. There looks to be a good selection of films…